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For sale: Bang & Olufsen Beocenter 2100
Cosmetic condition:
The Bang & Olufsen Beocenter 2100 (circa 1983–1986) is a vintage, slimline hi-fi system featuring a built-in amplifier, tuner, and cassette deck.
There is some signs of wear on the top. Otherwise in good working order.
''Important note when tested: When we find there's either a small thing wrong, or not 100% working we offer our listings for parts or repair to avoid unwanted issues after purchase''
Specs:
Amplifier:
W / 4 ohms;
W / 8 ohms (RMS).
Tuner: FM, MW, LW; 4 FM presets.
Cassette Deck: Metal, Chrome, and Ferro tape capabilities with Dolby NR.
Inputs/Outputs: Phono (turntable), AUX (line-in), and speaker outputs.
Design: Brushed metal panel, typically designed to match with Beovox speaker
Dimensions: 64 x 33 x 10cm
Weight: Kg 11Volts: 220v (If it’s 200V or higher, you’ll need an adapter in the USA)
We ship worldwide.Will ship to the USA as well. We ship DDP bases (Delivery Dutie Paid)-Shipping in the EU up to 30 KG (max)-Shipping outside of the EU up to 20 KG (max)
Please note: ‘’Whenever an item exceeds the weight noted above. Please ask for a shipping quote before making a purchase. The shipping costs are estimated in our shop because we do not know the shipping address.
Picking up the item is also possible. It can be picked up in Alkmaar
Delivery by us is also possible in some cases. Please reach out to us for more information about deliveries
State of listing: If a listing is listed ''for parts or not working'' returns are not accepted.
When we offer our products with the notice ''Serviced'' or ''Fully serviced'' that means the device is either lightly ''serviced'' with a new belt, and cleaned the pots, Or ''Fully serviced'' recapped, Quiescent current adjusted etc as expected from a full service
For US$269 marked strictly for parts, this Bang & Olufsen Beocenter 2100 is a genuine bargain compared to the obvious alternative of buying a generic vintage receiver at this price, which rarely offers the same design pedigree or B&O sound signature. While a functioning Beocenter 2100 in good condition typically trades between US$300 and US$500, the listing’s “for parts” status and price drop it well below the 25th percentile of the working market, making it an excellent value for a hobbyist willing to repair or scavenge.
The Beocenter 2100 is well-regarded for its clean 1980s David Lewis design, solid 2×25W amplification, and reliable FM/MW/LW tuning plus a high-quality cassette deck with Dolby noise reduction. Its main upside lies in the rarity of finding original B&O electronics at this price point, especially in a clean listing that suggests original-owner care. Common caveats like aging capacitors or tape deck wear are expected at this age but are easily justified when the asking price is this low, turning this into a smart buying opportunity rather than a risk.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Bang & Olufsen was founded on November 17, 1925, in Struer, Denmark, by engineers Peter Bang and Svend Olufsen. The company began in the attic of the Olufsen family manor, Quistrup, where the founders developed The Eliminator—a revolutionary device that allowed radios to operate from mains electricity rather than batteries. This innovation established B&O as a forward-thinking manufacturer and set the tone for nearly a century of technological advancement rooted in Danish design principles.
The brand is primarily known for premium audio and home entertainment systems, including high-fidelity receivers, radiograms, cassette recorders, and contemporary loudspeakers. B&O pioneered several category firsts: the world's first button-operated receiver in the 1930s and Europe's first cassette recorder, the Beocord-84U, in the 1950s. Today, the company manufactures integrated audio systems, wireless speakers, and headphones that blend acoustic engineering with sculptural industrial design.
Bang & Olufsen occupies the luxury segment of the audio market, positioned as a premium lifestyle brand rather than a specialist audiophile manufacturer. The company's reputation rests on its distinctive philosophy of merging form and function—treating audio equipment as crafted objects designed to enhance living spaces aesthetically. Recognized by the Museum of Modern Art in New York and maintained as a visionary enterprise for over a century, B&O appeals to discerning consumers who value Scandinavian design sensibility alongside sonic performance.
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